Airport Comparison
| DCA | JFK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport | John F Kennedy International Airport |
| IATA Code | DCA | JFK |
| ICAO Code | KDCA | KJFK |
| City | Washington | New York |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 14 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.850000, -77.040000 | 40.640000, -73.780000 |
Washington (DCA) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 342 kilometers (213 miles / 185 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 03:20 in Washington, it's 03:20 in New York.
The return flight from New York (JFK) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 236° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.